1. Partially automatic
   "The semiautomatic transmission allowed for both manual and automatic gear changes"
    
2. (of firearms) capable of automatic loading and firing continuously
   "The hunter preferred a semiautomatic rifle";
   - autoloading, self-loading

1. A pistol that is a semiautomatic firearm capable of loading and firing continuously
   "He owned a semiautomatic pistol for target shooting at the range";
   - semiautomatic pistol

Derived forms: semiautomatics

See also: automatic

Type of: handgun, pistol, semiautomatic firearm, shooting iron, side arm

Encyclopedia: Semiautomatic